Volunteer Youth Worker Wolverhampton, England
Job description
About us
We are professional, supportive, innovative and our goal is to build upon our 3 core values of Social Justice, Collective Empowerment and Sustainability! These principals underpin everything we do with our young people and community as well as the culture and team we are building.
Our work environment includes:
- Growth opportunities
- Relaxed atmosphere
- Flexible working hours
- Safe work environment
- On-the-job training
- Casual work attire
About the role:
Our volunteer youth worker position consists of building positive relationships, engaging with a range of young people through various activities and getting involved in the Social Sanctuary community!
We currently run Youth Clubs in 2 locations; The Hub at Ashmore Park, 82 Griffiths Drive, WV11 2LH and Parish of Saint Matthew’s Church, 222 Willenhall Road, WV1 2JQ. Volunteers can either volunteer at one or both locations and we encourage applicants local to these areas to get in touch!
Responsibilities:
- To build positive relationships with young people
- To engage with young people through a wide range of activities (Suggested 2 hours per week)
- To work within The Social Sanctuary Project's policies at all times, especially in regards to Health and Safety, Safeguarding and Equality and Anti-Oppressive Practice
Personal Skills:
- Empathetic
- Committed to their individual Anti-Oppressive Practice
- Open-minded and open to new learnings and experience
- Active listener
- Good communication
Benefits:
- Accredited Training Provided
- Valuable Work Experience Opportunity
- Innovative working practices in a culture of Social Justice, Collective Action and Sustainability
- Support from Youth Work professionals
but most importantly BRING YOUR ENERGY AND PERSONALITLY!
Please visit our website for more information and our application form!
thesocialsanctuaryproject.org
Job Type: Part-time
Part-time hours: 2-6 per week
Benefits:
- Casual dress
- Discounted or free food
- Free parking
- On-site parking
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person
